Do you want to record the HDMI image from a camera, camcorder, game console or other HDMI source, but still watch the image on a monitor or television at the same time? The DrPhone HVC2 HDMI Capture Card with Loop-Out converts the HDMI video and audio signal for recording on a computer and simultaneously sends the image to an external HDMI screen.
The HVC2 accepts an input signal up to 4K at 30Hz and processes this to a maximum of Full HD 1080p at 30Hz. This makes the capture card suitable for livestreaming, video recordings, camera footage, presentations and simple gameplay recordings.
Record HDMI video and audio
Connect your camera, camcorder, game console or other HDMI source to the HDMI input of the HVC2. Then connect the capture card to your computer via USB. Within suitable recording or streaming software, select the HVC2 as an external video and audio source.
The capture card can be used for, among other things:
- Livestreaming via OBS Studio
- Video recordings from a camera or camcorder
- Gameplay recordings
- Online lessons and presentations
- Product demonstrations
- Video conferences
- Displaying and recording HDMI image on a computer
HDMI loop-out to a monitor or television
The DrPhone HVC2 has a separate HDMI output. This simultaneously forwards the incoming HDMI signal to a monitor or television.
You can therefore view the image directly on an external screen while the computer records the signal. This prevents you from being solely dependent on the preview window in the recording software during use.
4K input and Full HD recording
The maximum HDMI input resolution is:
3840 × 2160 pixels at 30Hz
The maximum recording and output resolution is:
1920 × 1080 pixels at 30Hz
The HVC2 thus accepts a 4K signal but does not record in 4K. The incoming signal is processed to a maximum of Full HD 1080p at 30 frames per second.
Plug-and-play via UVC and UAC
The HVC2 supports the common UVC and UAC standards:
- UVC for video
- UAC for audio
- L-PCM audio
- YUV and JPEG video output
With a compatible operating system, a separate manufacturer driver is usually not required. After connection, the capture card can be selected as a video and audio source within the recording or streaming software used.
Suitable for OBS, VLC and Amcap
According to the included manual, the HVC2 supports popular recording programs, including:
- OBS Studio
- VLC Media Player
- Amcap
- Other software supporting UVC video devices
The available resolution, aspect ratio, recording quality and framerate can be set within the software used.
USB 3.0 port with USB 2.0 cable
The capture card physically has a USB 3.0 Type-A female port. A USB 2.0 Type-A male-to-male cable is included for connection to the computer.
When using the included USB 2.0 cable, data transfer takes place according to the capabilities of USB 2.0.
Power via USB
During normal use, the capture card receives power via the USB connection to the computer. Additionally, the device has a micro-USB port for 5V power supply.
A micro-USB cable is included and can be connected to the DC 5V input when additional power is needed. The manual states a maximum current consumption of 0.7A at 5V DC.
Main features
- HDMI capture card and video grabber
- Maximum HDMI input: 4K at 30Hz
- Maximum recording quality: 1080p at 30Hz
- HDMI loop-out to monitor or television
- Simultaneous viewing and recording
- Recording of HDMI video and L-PCM audio
- Plug-and-play via UVC and UAC
- Suitable for OBS, VLC and Amcap
- USB 3.0 Type-A port on the device
- Includes USB 2.0 Type-A connection cable
- Includes micro-USB power cable
- Support for 8-, 10- and 12-bit Deep Color
- Compact size of 59 × 56 × 19 mm
- Lightweight at approximately 52 grams
Compatibility
The DrPhone HVC2 can be used with devices that output a compatible HDMI signal, such as:
- Digital cameras
- Camcorders
- Game consoles
- Desktop computers
- Laptops
- Media players
- Set-top boxes
- Other devices with HDMI output
Supported operating systems:
For use with an Android smartphone or tablet, support for USB-OTG, external UVC video devices and suitable capture software is required. Depending on the connection of the mobile device, a separate OTG adapter may be needed. This adapter is not included.
Technical specifications
- Brand: DrPhone
- Model: HVC2
- Product type: HDMI capture card with loop-out
- Maximum input resolution: 3840 × 2160 at 30Hz
- Maximum recording output: 1920 × 1080 at 30Hz
- Maximum HDMI output: 1920 × 1080 at 30Hz
- Maximum framerate: 30 frames per second
- Video output formats: YUV and JPEG
- Supported color depth: 8-, 10- and 12-bit Deep Color
- Audio format: L-PCM
- Video interface: UVC
- Audio interface: UAC
- HDMI input: HDMI female
- HDMI loop-out: HDMI female
- USB port device: USB 3.0 Type-A female
- Included data cable: USB 2.0 Type-A male to Type-A male
- Additional power connection: micro-USB DC 5V
- Maximum power consumption: 0.7A at 5V DC
- Maximum HDMI cable length: 15 metres with AWG26 at 1080p or lower
- Operating temperature: -10 to +55 °C
- Dimensions: 59 × 56 × 19 mm
- Weight: approximately 52 grams
- Supported software: OBS, VLC, Amcap and similar UVC software
- Supported systems: Windows, macOS and suitable Android devices
- Colour: black
Package contents
- 1× DrPhone HVC2 HDMI Capture Card
- 1× USB 2.0 Type-A male-to-male cable
- 1× micro-USB power cable
- 1× English user manual
An HDMI cable is not included.
Important for purchase
The HVC2 accepts a maximum 4K input signal at 30Hz but does not record in 4K. The maximum recording quality is Full HD 1080p at 30Hz.
The capture card does not support recording at 1080p at 60Hz.
The final image quality and operation also depend on the HDMI source, cables used, USB connection, computer performance and settings of the recording or streaming software.
Note:
- Requirements for computer hardware configuration
CPU: PC i5-3400 or higher; NB i7-3537U 2.0 GHZ or higher
- Graphics card: PC NVIDIA GT6300 or higher; NC NVIDIA GT735M or higher
RAM: 4G ram